How To Schedule An Appointment At DMV Maine

In Maine, it is the Bureau of Motor Vehicles (BMV), not the DMV. And unlike many states where you can book any test with one click, Maine uses a “Mail-First, Appointment-Second” system for new drivers.

This guide clarifies exactly when you can book online, when you must call, and when you have to use the post office.

Quick Overview of How Maine BMV Appointments Actually Work

• Written/Road Tests: You cannot book these online. You must mail an application, and the BMV will schedule it for you.
• Real ID / License Transfer: Book online via the Maine BMV Appointment Scheduler or call.
• Vehicle Registration: Go to your Town Hall first, not the BMV.

How to Schedule a Maine Learner’s Permit Test Using the Required Mail-In Application

You cannot simply walk in or book a slot for a written test. You must be “approved” first.

1. Download: Get the MVE-64 (Non-Commercial Class C Application) from the Maine.gov website.
2. Gather:
   • Original Birth Certificate (or certified copy).
   • Social Security Card.
   • Proof of Residency.
   • $35.00 Fee (Check/Money Order).
3. Mail to:Bureau of Motor Vehicles Driver License Services Division 29 State House Station Augusta, ME 04333-0029
4. The Appointment: After processing (approx. 2–3 weeks), the BMV will mail you a specific appointment date and time for your written exam at the branch nearest you.
   • Rescheduling: If the assigned time doesn’t work, you must call (207) 624-9000 ext. 52119.

How Maine Road Test Appointments Are Assigned After Submitting the Road Test Request Card

Once you have your permit and have logged your 70 practice hours, you don’t book online.

1. The Card: Fill out the Road Test Request Card that came with your permit.
2. Mail It: Send it to the main Augusta address (same as above).
3. The Assignment: Just like the permit, the BMV will mail you a postcard with your test date, time, and location.

How to Book a Maine BMV Appointment Online for Real ID Upgrades and License Transfers

If you already have a license (or need to swap an out-of-state one), you can schedule this yourself.

• Book Online: Visit the Maine BMV Branch Appointment page.
• Call: (207) 624-9000.
• Walk-Ins: Accepted, but wait times can be unpredictable. Appointments are prioritized.

How to Register a Vehicle in Maine Without Visiting the BMV by Using Your Town Hall

Do not go to the BMV first for registration. Maine law requires you to pay “Excise Tax” to your municipality before the state can register the car.

1. Go to Town Hall: Bring your Bill of Sale, Insurance, and Title Application (if applicable).
2. Pay Excise Tax: The town will issue you a receipt.
3. Finish the Job:
   • Option A (Most Towns): The town clerk can issue your Maine plates and stickers right there. You never have to visit the BMV.
   • Option B (Small Towns): The clerk gives you the tax receipt, and then you go to the BMV branch to pay the state fee and get plates.

Important Maine BMV Phone Numbers and Extensions for Faster Help

If you are stuck, use these direct lines to avoid the general menu.

• Main Information: (207) 624-9000
• Exam Scheduling (Permits/Road Tests): Ext. 52119
• License Suspensions: (207) 624-9000 ext. 52104
• Titles: (207) 624-9000 ext. 52138

Frequently Asked Questions

Conclusion

Maine’s system is “old school.” For permits and road tests, trust the mail. For registrations, trust your town clerk. Only use the online appointment tool if you are transferring a license, upgrading to Real ID, or fixing a title issue that your town hall couldn’t handle.